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Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Microsoft® Windows® 7 SP1 Processeur : Dual Core 3.0 GHz Processor Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : DirectX 10-compatible graphics card with at least 1GB of video memory DirectX : Version 10 Espace disque : 7 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires

Spiritfarer®: Farewell Edition

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Released August 18, 2020
sample: 491 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
94/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 95 % · 52,775 reviews (« Very Positive »)
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The story that guides the player through a gentle farewell is the heartbeat of Spiritfarer, with 108 out of 110 mentions praising its emotional depth—yet a handful of players still find the gameplay mechanics a little sluggish, with 12 negative comments. Since launch, 95% of 52,775 reviews are positive, and 94% of the 491 post‑release sample are positive.

What it's about: Spiritfarer® est un jeu de gestion cosy sur le thème de la mort, dans lequel vous incarnez une passeuse d’âmes. Construisez un bateau pour explorer le monde, prenez soin de vos esprits et guidez-les au jusqu’à l’au-delà. Inclut le jeu de base émouvant et trois mises à jour de contenu majeures.

In-game

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« In all honesty? This game helped me cope with the passing of some of the extended family members who passed away in recent years. »
👍 anonymous review · 79 h played3
« me and my ex played this game a lot and it was really fun :) we never made it to the end but after 2 months of mourning my loss I finally finished this game and can say it's been the most fun co-op game for couples I've played »
👍 anonymous review · 258 h played211
« It's an amazing game and will probably make you cry. Also the main character has a cat. »
👍 anonymous review · 61 h played1
« The most beautiful game I have ever played. Amazing animation, music, and story, It made me cry multiple times, it was a great experience and I wish I could go back and play it again for the first time. »
👍 anonymous review · 64 h played1
« on m'a recommander le jeu. j'ai joué 10h d'affilé et pleurer 2 fois jouez a ce jeu »
👍 anonymous review · 30 h played
« C'est joli mais après 2h j'avais l'impression de travailler au bagne, prisonnier de moi même. A éviter. »
👎 anonymous review · 5 h played
« great art-style and music. but after 15 hours of grinding I should have seen the ending by now. sadly the game doesn´t respect your time. »
👎 anonymous review · 15 h played
« Was honestly just a bit too slow and boring for me. If it was shorter and less waiting then I'd probably enjoy it. »
👎 anonymous review · 6 h played
« MEILLEUR JEU EVERR J4aimerais pouvoir l'oublier et y rejouer à l'infini c'était super »
👍 anonymous review · 57 h played
« Excellent jeu ! Bonne durée de vie, beau, poétique, émouvant et doux. Parfait pour se reposer. »
👍 anonymous review · 84 h played

In players' words

« In all honesty? This game helped me cope with the passing of some of the extended family members who passed away in recent years. »
👍 anonymous review · 79 h played3
« C'est joli mais après 2h j'avais l'impression de travailler au bagne, prisonnier de moi même. A éviter. »
👎 anonymous review · 5 h played
« me and my ex played this game a lot and it was really fun :) we never made it to the end but after 2 months of mourning my loss I finally finished this game and can say it's been the most fun co-op game for couples I've played »
👍 anonymous review · 258 h played211
« great art-style and music. but after 15 hours of grinding I should have seen the ending by now. sadly the game doesn´t respect your time. »
👎 anonymous review · 15 h played
« It's an amazing game and will probably make you cry. Also the main character has a cat. »
👍 anonymous review · 61 h played1
« Was honestly just a bit too slow and boring for me. If it was shorter and less waiting then I'd probably enjoy it. »
👎 anonymous review · 6 h played
« The most beautiful game I have ever played. Amazing animation, music, and story, It made me cry multiple times, it was a great experience and I wish I could go back and play it again for the first time. »
👍 anonymous review · 64 h played1
« MEILLEUR JEU EVERR J4aimerais pouvoir l'oublier et y rejouer à l'infini c'était super »
👍 anonymous review · 57 h played
« on m'a recommander le jeu. j'ai joué 10h d'affilé et pleurer 2 fois jouez a ce jeu »
👍 anonymous review · 30 h played
« Excellent jeu ! Bonne durée de vie, beau, poétique, émouvant et doux. Parfait pour se reposer. »
👍 anonymous review · 84 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Story / writing
98 % pos · n=110
Gameplay
74 % pos · n=93
Graphics / art
96 % pos · n=56
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=33
Multiplayer
83 % pos · n=6
Content / longevity
80 % pos · n=5
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=2
Value for money
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing11010820
Gameplay93691212
Graphics / art565411
Audio / music333300
Multiplayer6510
Content / longevity5401
Stability / bugs2002
Value for money1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 41 h on median; those who dislike it: 18 h.

<2h
100 % (n=4)
2-10h
78 % (n=50)
10-25h
93 % (n=82)
>25h
97 % (n=355)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Sep 2025 : 89% positive89SepOct 2025 : 93% positive93OctNov 2025 : 95% positive95NovDec 2025 : 94% positive94DecJan 2026 : 100% positive100JanFeb 2026 : 83% positive83FebMar 2026 : 100% positive100MarMay 2026 : 88% positive88MayJun 2026 : 94% positive94JunJul 2026 : 94% positive94Jul

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€0.00€8.65€17.31€25.97€34.63202120222023202420252026€2.89

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 18, 2020 · All-time low: €2.89 (Mar 13, 2025)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

4,8 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 39 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 20,4 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Story: 108 positive mentions out of 110, no negatives
  • Audio: 33 positive mentions out of 33, no negatives
  • Graphics: 54 positive mentions out of 56, only 1 negative
  • Gameplay: 69 positive mentions out of 93, 12 negative and 12 mixed, and 8 mentions of exploration
  • Co‑op multiplayer: 5 positive mentions out of 6, no negatives

Weaknesses

  • Gameplay: 12 negative mentions out of 93, highlighting occasional sluggishness
  • Bugs: 2 negative mentions out of 2, noting minor glitches
  • Content: 1 negative mention out of 5, indicating limited content for some players

Who is it for?

Players who appreciate heartfelt narratives, soothing management mechanics, and a calm, pixel‑art atmosphere will find Spiritfarer a comforting companion.

Is Spiritfarer®: Farewell Edition worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 95% of 52,775 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: Story. Current price: 30,49€.

Verdict

Spiritfarer delivers an emotionally resonant adventure that rewards patience with gentle exploration. While some may find the pace uneven, the game's almost flawless reception and overwhelmingly positive post‑release reviews confirm its appeal as a charming, well‑crafted indie title.

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